FAQ

What is the purpose in learning Judo?

The development of character, mind, and body so that one can contribute something of value to the world.
Who created Judo? When and where did Judo begin?

The father of Judo is Professor Jigoro Kano (1860-1938). He studied jujutsu at an early age and founded the Kodokan to teach the art of Judo. Judo was first officially taught at the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo, Japan in 1882.
What must every beginner learn about Judo?

How to fall (ukemi) and the rules of safety and courtesy.
What are the types of Judo throws?

Te waza: hand and arm techniques Koshi waza: hip techniques Ashi waza: foot and leg techniques Ma sutemi waza: rear sacrifice techniques Yoko sutemi waza: side sacrifice techniques
What is the difference between Judo and jujutsu?

Judo is the modern scientific application of selected jujutsu techniques that may be practiced for self-development, physical education and sport. Jujutsu retains more dangerous self defense techniques, while Judo can generally be practiced with full force and complete safety. Check this description of Judo by Jigoro Kano himself.
What is kuzushi? What are some of the ways kuzushi can be achieved?

Kuzushi is breaking the balance of an opponent. Hands: pushing and pulling. Feet: for example, blocking the opponent from stepping forward. Body: bending, pivoting, twisting or bumping the opponent to unbalance. Voice: distracting, or mentally unbalancing, the opponent.
When did Judo become an Olympic sport?

Judo, the first Asian martial art to become an Olympic medal sport, has been an official Olympic event for men since 1964. Olympic Judo competition for women was added in 1988